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Printing Services

Croydon, England 3,548 followers

The UK’s leading book printing group, we can print and distribute in any quantity.

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CPI Books is the Trade book printing division of CPI Group UK and is part of the CPI Group, Europe's leading book printer. It manufactures in two locations: its Chatham site (formerly Mackays of Chatham) prints and binds paperback and hardback books; its Croydon site (formerly White Quill Press) prints and finishes book covers, jackets and plate sections. CPI Books Chatham site is CPI's largest book manufacturing site in the UK, making an average of 400,000 books every 24 hours. Founded in 1857, the company was acquired by CPI in 1999. CPI Group (UK) Ltd is one of the country’s leading print groups, manufacturing across seven locations. It manufactures around 160 million books annually, producing books and journals across multiple channels including; Trade, STMA, Tax, Law, Bibles, Catalogues, as well as Self-Publishing. CPI UK comprises two divisions: Trade Books (CPI Books and CPI Books Croydon) and STMA (CPI William Clowes and CPI Antony Rowe). The STMA division provides printing and distribution services for academic and journal publishers. CPI UK is part of CPI Group, the largest black and white book printer in Europe with the capacity to manufacture 700 million books each year and employing 3,500 people across 17 plants in five different countries (France, United Kingdom, Germany, Spain and Czech Republic). The group prints 500 million pages every day and handles 45,000 orders each month. CPI works with more than 2,000 publishers across Europe.

Industry

Printing Services

Company size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Croydon, England

Type

Privately Held

Founded

1996

Specialties

We can print best sellers in thousands – as well as single copies of any book.

Locations

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110 Beddington Lane
Croydon, England CR0 4TD, GB
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Badgers Road
Lordswood
Chatham, Kent ME5 8TD, GB
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110 Beddington Lane
London, Croydon CRO 4TD, GB
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Units 1- 4, Pegasus Way
Melksham, Wiltshire SN12 6TR, GB
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Bumpers Farm Industrial Estate
Chippenham, Wiltshire SN14 6LH, GB
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110 Beddington Lane
London, Surrey CRO 4TD, GB
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Copland Way
Beccles, Suffolk NR34 7TL, GB
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Oldlands Way
Bognor Regis, PO22 9NQ, GB
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We are extremely proud to be shortlisted for this year’s FutureBook Excellence Award, especially as we were nominated by HP, one of our key suppliers. The main emphasis for our nomination is on the work we have been doing to share knowledge and information on the environment, sustainability and regulatory changes to both our publishers and supply chain. It is humbling to be in the company of the other shortlisted nominees and to be part of the CPI group where sustainability is front and centre of all that we do. Lisa Faratro Director of Environment and Sustainability – European Lead
Join Our Large Print Webinar with RNIB! We’re thrilled to invite you to an insightful webinar on Large Print Books, hosted by CPI in partnership with RNIB. Taking place on November 19th at 14:30 (GMT), this session will highlight the importance of large print formats in making reading accessible to all, especially those with print impairments. Whether you're a publisher or simply passionate about inclusive reading, this webinar will offer: - Insights into the growing demand for large print books - Practical guidance on producing high-quality large print editions 📅 Date: Tue, Nov 19, 2024 ⏰ Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (UTC+0) Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn how we can make reading more accessible for everyone. We’d love for you to join us! Register today and help create a more inclusive world for readers.https://obi41.nl/2p8aecz3 #Publishing #PublishingIndustry #LargePrint #Accessibility #CPIbooks #CPIprint #BookPrinter
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Did you know? New research by the National Literacy Trust reveals a sharp drop in reading enjoyment among children and teens, now at the lowest levels in almost two decades. With only 1 in 3 young people enjoying reading in their free time, it’s clear that we’re facing a critical moment in supporting the future of literacy. (https://obi41.nl/7rtj78e9) At CPI, we’re passionate about making reading accessible and engaging for everyone. Quality books spark curiosity and lifelong learning—our printing services are here to help create stories that can inspire the next generation. Join us in amplifying the #GrowAGenerationOfReaders movement. Together, we can support literacy, fuel imaginations, and help bring reading back into the hearts of young readers.#CPI #CPIbooks #CPIprint #reading #Publishing #BookPrinting #BookPrintingServices #PublishingServices #PoD #PrintonDemand
UPDATE: Due to the rail strikes, our CPI & Gardners open day has been moved to 21st November. You can still register for the new date via the link belowhttps://lnkd.in/eYVWqaBF
Join us for the CPI & Gardners Publisher Open Day! ✨📚 Are you ready to take your publishing game to the next level? Explore the incredible possibilities of Print on Demand (POD) at CPI & Gardners, where efficiency meets quality! Why Attend? - Discover how POD can revolutionise your publishing process - Learn how to reduce costs, streamline inventory, and offer titles to customers faster than ever before - Network with industry experts and fellow publishers - Get behind-the-scenes insights into CPI & Gardners' cutting-edge POD technology 🗓 Date: Thursday 7th November 📍 Location: CPI & Gardners, Eastbourne Whether you're an independent publisher or managing a larger portfolio, this is a fantastic opportunity to see how POD can benefit your business. Don’t miss out on this chance to stay ahead of the curve! 🚀 👉 RSVP Now: https://obi41.nl/yckvf5uz #PublisherOpenDay #PrintOnDemand #CPI #Gardners #BookPublishing #POD #PublishingInnovation #BooksInStock #EfficientPublishing #PublishingCommunity #BookLovers
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★Helping STMA & Trade Publishers to produce affordable yet high quality books efficiently, and in an environmentally sustainable manner in the UK, EU, USA & beyond★
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Steve Daniels and I are delighted to be attending the annual Irish Publishers Conference again this year - please do come and see us for a chat!

Owner, Publishing Ireland
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Join us for the Annual Irish Publishers Conference, “Future, Now”, which will take place on Friday, 8th November 2024 at the Printworks in Dublin Castle. The pinnacle event for publishers in Ireland, it will feature keynote speakers and industry professionals, offering valuable networking opportunities and insights into the world of publishing in Ireland. Topics that will be covered include sustainability, accessibility, market trends, equality, diversity, and inclusivity, as well as exploring the potential of adapting books for movies. Additionally, expert 1:1 clinics will be available for publishers to receive personalised advice and guidance.#FutureNow, #TradeDay2024, #PublishingIreland
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CPI Books UK | LinkedIn (original) (raw)

Printing Services

Croydon, England 3,548 followers

The UK’s leading book printing group, we can print and distribute in any quantity.

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